is operating. The Active Handling System is a computer controlled system that assists the driver in controlling the vehicle in difficult driving conditions. You may feel or hear the system working and see the ACTIVE HANDLING message displayed in the DIC. This message stays on for a few seconds following the active handling event. This is normal when the system is operating. See Active Handling System on page 4-7 and Braking on page 4-4.
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ACTIVE HANDLING CALIBRATING
This message displays and the active handling system
light on the instrument panel cluster turns on while the
system is calibrating after exceeding 19 mph (30 km/h)
for 10 seconds. See Active Handling System Light on
page 3-41. The Active Handling System is not functional
yet. The Active Handling System performance is affected
until the next message ACTIVE HANDLING READY is
displayed. The Active Handling System is off until the
ACTIVE HANDLING READY message is displayed.
See Active Handling System on page 4-7 for more
information.
ACTIVE HANDLING READY
This message displays when the functional check of
the Active Handling System has been completed.
See Active Handling System on page 4-7 for more
information.
ACTIVE HANDLING WARMING UP
This message may display when you ï¬rst start your
vehicle during cold winter weather, and begin to drive
away, up to 6 mph (10 km/h). This is normal. The Active
Handling System performance is affected until the
next message ACTIVE HANDLING READY is displayed
in the DIC. See Active Handling System on page 4-7
for more information.
To acknowledge the message, press the RESET button.
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ATTACH TRUNK PARTITION If your vehicle has a power convertible top, this message displays and a chime sounds if the trunk partition is not in place. Open the hatch/trunk and make sure the trunk partition is secure and no objects are on the trunk partition. See Rear Storage Area on page 2-56 for more information. BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE This message displays when the vehicle has detected that the battery voltage is dropping beyond a reasonable point. The battery saver system starts reducing certain features of the vehicle that you may be able to notice. At the point that features are disabled, this message is displayed. It means that the vehicle is trying to save the charge in the battery. Turn off unnecessary accessories to allow the battery to recharge. BUCKLE PASSENGER This message reminds you to buckle the passenger’s safety belt. This message displays and a chime sounds when the ignition is on, the driver’s safety belt is buckled, the passenger’s safety belt is unbuckled with the passenger airbag enabled, and the vehicle is in motion. You should have the passenger buckle their safety belt.
The reminder will be repeated if the ignition is on, the vehicle is in motion, the driver is buckled and the passenger is still unbuckled, and the passenger airbag is enabled. If the passenger’s safety belt is already buckled, this message and chime will not come on. BUCKLE SEATBELT This message reminds you to buckle the driver’s safety belt. This message displays and a chime sounds when the ignition is on, the driver’s safety belt is unbuckled, and the vehicle is in motion. You should buckle your safety belt. If the driver remains unbuckled when the ignition is on and the vehicle is in motion, the reminder will be repeated. If the driver’s safety belt is already buckled, this message and chime will not come on. This message is an additional reminder to the safety belt reminder light in the instrument panel cluster. See Safety Belt Reminders on page 3-34 for more information.
CHANGE ENGINE OIL
This message displays when the life of the engine oil
has expired. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4.
After an oil change, the engine oil life system must
be reset. See “Engine Oil Life†under DIC Operation
and Displays on page 3-50. Also, see Engine Oil
on page 5-17 and Engine Oil Life System on page 5-23
for more information.
CHECK BRAKE FLUID
This message displays, a chime sounds, and the brake
system warning light on the instrument panel cluster
turns on if the ignition is on to inform the driver that the
brake fluid level is low. See Brake System Warning
Light on page 3-39. Have the brake system serviced by
your dealer/retailer as soon as possible. See Brakes
on page 5-42.
CHECK COOLANT LEVEL
This message displays when the engine coolant level is
low. Have the cooling system serviced by your dealer/
retailer as soon as possible. See Engine Coolant on
page 5-28.
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CHECK GAS CAP This message displays if the fuel cap has not been fully tightened. Check the fuel cap to make sure that it is on properly. Once tightened, it takes at least one overnight park to reset or clear this message. If both the CHECK GAS CAP message and the malfunction indicator lamp in the instrument panel cluster are on, you may need to see your dealer/retailer for service. See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 3-43 for more information. CHECK OIL LEVEL On some vehicles, this message displays and two chimes sound if the oil level in the vehicle is low. Once the vehicle senses a change in the engine oil level, the light remains off. If this message appears after starting the engine, the engine oil level may be too low. You may need to add oil. See Engine Overheating on page 5-31. To acknowledge the message, press the RESET button. The message reappears every 10 minutes until this condition changes.
CLOSE TRUNK TO MOVE TOP This message displays and a chime sounds if the trunk is open while you are trying to operate the convertible top. Make sure the trunk is closed before operating the convertible top. See Convertible Top (Manual) on page 2-63 or Convertible Top (Power) on page 2-70. COMPETITIVE DRIVING MODE This message displays and a short chime sounds when the Competitive Driving mode is selected. The instrument panel cluster light will not be on when the Competitive Driving mode is selected. The Traction Control System (TCS) will not be operating while in the Competitive Driving mode. Adjust your driving accordingly. See Racing or Other Competitive Driving on page 4-15 for more information. COOLANT OVER TEMPERATURE This message displays and a chime sounds if the engine coolant exceeds 255°F (124°C). If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions, pull off the road, stop your vehicle, and turn off the engine as soon as possible.
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You can monitor the coolant temperature with the gages button on the DIC or the engine coolant temperature gage on the instrument panel cluster. See Engine Overheating on page 5-31, DIC Operation and Displays on page 3-50, and Engine Coolant Temperature Gage on page 3-42. To acknowledge the message, press the RESET button. The message reappears and a chime sounds every minute until this condition changes. If you do not press the RESET button, the message remains on until the condition changes. CRUISE DISENGAGED This message displays briefly when you disengage the cruise control system by stepping on the brake on an automatic transmission vehicle or the clutch on a manual transmission vehicle, or by turning off the cruise control switch. See Cruise Control on page 3-11 for more information. ENGINE DRAG CONTROL ACTIVE This message displays when engine drag control is active. When driving in a lower gear in rainy, snowy, or icy conditions and then letting up on the accelerator or downshifting, the rear wheels may begin to slip and this message displays. This message stays on for a few seconds following the engine drag control event.
ENGINE OVERHEATED – STOP ENGINE This message displays and a continuous chime sounds when the engine has overheated. Stop and turn the engine off immediately to avoid severe engine damage. See Engine Overheating on page 5-31. ENGINE PROTECTION REDUCE ENGINE RPM This message displays if the engine oil temperature exceeds 320°F (160°C). Check the engine coolant temperature and engine oil level. If the engine is too hot, see Engine Overheating on page 5-31. Your vehicle may need service, so see your dealer/retailer. You can monitor the oil temperature with the gages button on the DIC. See DIC Operation and Displays on page 3-50. Multiple chimes sound when this message is displayed. This message remains displayed and active until the issue is resolved.
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HOT ENGINE AIR CONDITIONING OFF This message displays when the engine coolant becomes hotter than the normal operating temperature. To avoid added strain on a hot engine, the air conditioning compressor is automatically turned off. When the coolant temperature returns to normal, the A/C operation automatically resumes. You can continue to drive your vehicle. If this message continues to appear, have the system repaired by your dealer/retailer as soon as possible to avoid compressor damage. ICE POSSIBLE This message displays when the outside air temperature is cold enough to create icy road conditions. Adjust your driving accordingly. LOW FUEL This message displays when the fuel tank is less than 10 percent full and the display is turned off. A multiple chime also sounds when this message is displayed. Reï¬ll the fuel tank as soon as possible. See Fuel Gage on page 3-48.
HEADLAMPS SUGGESTED This message displays if it is dark enough outside and the headlamps and the Twilight Sentinel® controls are off. This message informs the driver that turning on the exterior lamps is recommended. It has become dark enough outside to require the headlamps and/or other exterior lamps. HIGH TIRE PRESSURE This message displays when one or more of the tires is over-inflated. This message also displays LEFT FRONT, RIGHT FRONT, LEFT REAR, or RIGHT REAR to indicate which tire is affected. You can receive more than one tire pressure message at a time. To read other messages that may have been sent at the same time, press the RESET button. If a tire pressure message appears on the DIC, stop as soon as you can. Have the tire pressures checked and set to those shown on the Tire Loading Information label. See Run-Flat Tires on page 5-64, Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-24, Inflation - Tire Pressure on page 5-66, and Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 5-68. The DIC also shows the tire pressure values. See DIC Operation and Displays on page 3-50. To acknowledge the message, press the RESET button. A message reappears every 10 minutes until the condition is corrected.
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LOW OIL PRESSURE This message displays if low oil pressure levels occur. If this message appears while the engine is running, stop the engine and do not operate it until the cause of low oil pressure is corrected. Severe damage to the engine can result. A multiple chime sounds when this message is displayed. See Engine Oil on page 5-17. LOW TIRE PRESSURE
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When the LOW TIRE PRESSURE or TIRE FLAT message is displayed on the Driver Information Center, your vehicle’s handling capabilities will be reduced during severe maneuvers. The active handling system will be affected. See Active Handling System on page 4-7. If you drive too fast, you could lose control of your vehicle. You or others could be injured. Do not drive over 55 mph (90 km/h) when the LOW TIRE PRESSURE or TIRE FLAT message is displayed. Drive cautiously and check your tire pressures as soon as you can.
This message displays when one or more of the tires is under-inflated. This message also displays LEFT FRONT, RIGHT FRONT, LEFT REAR, or RIGHT REAR to indicate which tire is affected. Multiple chimes sound and the tire pressure light on the instrument panel cluster turns on when this message is displayed. See Tire Pressure Light on page 3-42. You can receive more than one tire pressure message at a time. To read other messages that may have been sent at the same time, press the RESET button. If a tire pressure message appears on the DIC, stop as soon as you can. Have the tire pressures checked and set to those shown on the Tire Loading Information label. See Run-Flat Tires on page 5-64, Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-24, Inflation - Tire Pressure on page 5-66, and Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 5-68. The DIC also shows the tire pressure values. See DIC Operation and Displays on page 3-50. To acknowledge the message, press the RESET button. A message reappears every 10 minutes until the condition is corrected. MAXIMUM SPEED 80 MPH (129 km/h) This message displays when a malfunction is present in the Selective Ride Control system. The vehicle speed will be limited to a value determined by the vehicle when the shock absorber system has failed and the shocks are in their full soft mode. Have your vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer as soon as possible.
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To acknowledge the message, press the RESET button. The message reappears every 10 minutes until this condition changes. NO FOBS DETECTED This message displays if the vehicle does not detect the presence of a keyless access transmitter when you have attempted to start the vehicle or a vehicle door has just closed. The following conditions may cause this message to appear: (cid:129) Driver-added equipment plugged into the accessory
power outlet on the center console is causing interference. Examples of these devices are cell phones and cell phone chargers, two-way radios, power inverters, or similar items. Try moving the keyless access transmitter away from these devices when starting the vehicle. In addition, PDA devices and remote garage and gate openers may also generate Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) that may interfere with the keyless access transmitter. Do not carry the keyless access transmitter in the same pocket or bag as these devices.
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The vehicle is experiencing Electromagnetic Interference (EMI). Some locations, such as airports, automatic toll booths, and some gas stations have EMI ï¬elds which may interfere with the keyless access transmitter.
If moving the transmitter to different locations within the vehicle does not help, place the transmitter in the glove box transmitter pocket with the buttons facing to the right and then press the START button. The vehicle’s battery voltage is low. The battery voltage must be above 10 volts for the keyless access transmitter to be detected properly.
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NO FOB - OFF OR RUN?
This message displays when the keyless access
transmitter is not detected inside the vehicle while you
are trying to turn the ignition off. Your vehicle may be
near a strong radio antenna signal causing the keyless
access system to be jammed. The vehicle will remain in
ACCESSORY until the vehicle is turned off or is restarted,
or ï¬ve minutes has expired. If you turn the ignition off and
you cannot ï¬nd the keyless access transmitter, you will
not be able to restart the vehicle. The keyless access
transmitter needs to be inside of the vehicle in order for
the vehicle to start. See Starting the Engine on page 2-23
for more information.
OPTIONS UNAVAILABLE
This message displays for a few seconds if a keyless
access transmitter that is not labelled 1 or 2 is used and
you try to personalize the features on your vehicle by
pressing the OPTION button. The personalization system
will not recognize the transmitter and the DIC will not
display the current driver number or the menus used to
set personalizations. The personalization features will
then be set to the default states. See DIC Vehicle
Personalization on page 3-72 for more information.
PRESS BRAKE TO START ENGINE (Automatic Transmission Only) This message displays if you try to start the engine by pressing the keyless ignition start button without having the brake pressed. The brake needs to be pressed when starting the engine. See Ignition Positions on page 2-22 for more information. REDUCED ENGINE POWER If this message displays and the check engine light comes on, a noticeable reduction in the vehicle’s performance may occur. If the REDUCED ENGINE POWER message is displayed, but there is no reduction in performance, proceed to your destination. The performance may be reduced the next time the vehicle is driven. The vehicle may be driven at a reduced speed while the REDUCED ENGINE POWER message is displayed, but acceleration and speed may be reduced. Anytime the check engine light stays on, the vehicle should be taken to your dealer/retailer as soon as possible for diagnosis and repair. See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 3-43 for more information.
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Multiple chimes sound when this message is displayed. To acknowledge the message, press the RESET button. The message reappears every ï¬ve minutes until this condition changes. If the REDUCED ENGINE POWER message is displayed in combination with the COOLANT OVER TEMPERATURE message, see Engine Overheating on page 5-31. SERVICE ACTIVE HANDLING SYSTEM This message displays if there is a problem with the Active Handling System and your vehicle needs service. The active handling system light on the instrument panel cluster also turns on and a chime sounds. See your dealer/retailer. When this message is displayed, the system is not working. Adjust your driving accordingly. See Active Handling System on page 4-7 for more information. SERVICE AIR CONDITIONING This message displays when the electronic sensors that control the air conditioning and heating systems are no longer working. Have the climate control system serviced by your dealer/retailer if you notice a drop in heating and air conditioning efficiency.
SERVICE ANTILOCK BRAKES If this message displays while you are driving, stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition off. Then start the engine again to reset the system. If the message stays on, or comes back on again while you are driving, your vehicle is in need of service. See your dealer/retailer. If the antilock brake system (ABS) warning light is on and the regular brake system warning light is not on, you still have brakes, but do not have ABS. If the regular brake system warning light is also on, you do not have ABS and there is a problem with the brakes. See Antilock Brake System Warning Light on page 3-40 and Brake System Warning Light on page 3-39. If this message is displayed, the Traction Control System (TCS) and the Active Handling System will also be disabled. The DIC will scroll three messages: SERVICE ANTILOCK BRAKES, SERVICE TRACTION SYSTEM, and SERVICE ACTIVE HANDLING, and the instrument panel cluster lights will come on along with a chime. When the service message is displayed, the computer controlled systems will not assist the driver. Have the system repaired by your dealer/retailer as soon as possible. Adjust your driving accordingly. To acknowledge these messages, press the RESET button.
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SERVICE CHARGING SYSTEM If this message displays while you are driving, there may be a problem with the electrical charging system. It could mean that there is a loose or broken drive belt or that there is another electrical problem. Have your vehicle checked right away by your dealer/retailer. Driving while this message is on could drain the battery. If you must drive a short distance with the message on, be certain to turn off the vehicle’s accessories, such as the radio and air conditioner. Multiple chimes sound when this message is displayed. To acknowledge the message, press the RESET button. The message reappears every 10 minutes until this condition changes. SERVICE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM This message displays if an electrical problem has occurred within the Powertrain Control Module (PCM). Have your vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer. SERVICE FUEL SYSTEM This message displays if the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) has detected a problem within the fuel system. Have your vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer. This message also displays when the cluster is not getting fuel information from the PCM.
SERVICE RIDE CONTROL This message displays when the Selective Ride Control system has detected a malfunction and the system must be serviced. See your dealer/retailer. If a fault is present in the Selective Ride Control system which causes the shocks to be in their full soft condition, the messages SERVICE RIDE CONTROL, SHOCKS INOPERATIVE, and MAXIMUM SPEED 80 MPH (129 km/h) will display together. See Selective Ride Control on page 4-10 for more information. SERVICE TIRE MONITOR This message displays if a part on the Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) is not working properly. The tire pressure light also flashes and then remains on during the same ignition cycle. See Tire Pressure Light on page 3-42. Several conditions may cause this message to appear. See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 5-69 for more information. If the warning comes on and stays on, there may be a problem with the TPMS. See your dealer/retailer.
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SERVICE TRACTION SYSTEM If this message displays when you are driving, there is a problem with the Traction Control System (TCS) and your vehicle is in need of service. See your dealer/retailer. When this message is displayed, the system will not limit wheel spin. Adjust your driving accordingly. The traction control system (TCS) warning light on the instrument panel cluster will also turn on and a chime will sound. When this message is displayed, the computer controlled systems will not assist the driver in controlling the vehicle. Have the system repaired by your dealer/retailer as soon as possible. Adjust your driving accordingly. See Traction Control System (TCS) on page 4-6 for more information. To acknowledge the message, press the RESET button. SERVICE TRANSMISSION This message displays when there is a problem with the transmission. See your dealer/retailer for service. SERVICE VEHICLE SOON This message displays and a chime sounds when there may be an electrical or another system problem with your vehicle. Have your vehicle checked by your dealer/retailer if this message keeps appearing.
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SET PARK BRAKE FOR SEAT RECALL
If your vehicle has a manual transmission, this message
displays if you try to recall the memory positions when
the ignition is on and the parking brake is not set. If the
vehicle is on, you must set the parking brake in order for
the memory positions to recall. See Memory Seat, Mirrors
and Steering Wheel on page 1-4 for more information.
SET PARK BRAKE TO MOVE TOP
If your vehicle has a manual transmission, this message
displays and a chime sounds if you try to operate the
power convertible top without ï¬rst setting the parking
brake. Set the parking brake before trying to operate the
power convertible top. See Convertible Top (Manual)
on page 2-63 or Convertible Top (Power) on page 2-70
for more information.
SHIFT TO PARK
If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, this
message displays if the vehicle is not in PARK (P)
when the engine is being turned off. The vehicle will
be in ACCESSORY Once the shift lever is moved
to PARK (P), the vehicle will turn off.
The vehicle will remain in ACCESSORY, without the
20 minute time-out period, until the shift lever is moved
to PARK (P) or until the driver presses the pushbutton
to restart the vehicle. See Ignition Positions on
page 2-22 for more information.
SHIFT TO PARK OR SET PARK BRAKE FOR TOP If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, this message displays and a chime sounds if you try to operate the power convertible top without ï¬rst shifting into PARK (P) or setting the parking brake. Either shift the vehicle into PARK (P) or set the parking brake before trying to operate the power convertible top. See Convertible Top (Manual) on page 2-63 or Convertible Top (Power) on page 2-70 for more information. SHOCKS INOPERATIVE This message displays when a malfunction is present in the Selective Ride Control system which is causing the shocks to be in their full soft mode. This is a warning to the driver that the vehicle handling may be affected. Have your vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer as soon as possible. To acknowledge the message, press the RESET button. The message reappears every 10 minutes until this condition changes.
TIRE FLAT
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When the LOW TIRE PRESSURE or TIRE FLAT message is displayed on the Driver Information Center, your vehicle’s handling capabilities will be reduced during severe maneuvers. If you drive too fast, you could lose control of your vehicle. You or others could be injured. Do not drive over 55 mph (90 km/h) when the LOW TIRE PRESSURE or TIRE FLAT message is displayed. Drive cautiously and check your tire pressures as soon as you can.
This message displays when one or more of the tires is flat. This message also displays LEFT FRONT, RIGHT FRONT, LEFT REAR, or RIGHT REAR to indicate which tire is affected. Multiple chimes sound and the tire pressure light on the instrument panel cluster comes on when this message is displayed. See Tire Pressure Light on page 3-42.
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This message is followed by the MAXIMUM SPEED 55 MPH (90 km/h) message, and then by the REDUCED HANDLING message. The Active Handling System will intervene more quickly when a flat tire has been detected. Adjust your driving accordingly. You can receive more than one tire pressure message at a time. To read other messages that may have been sent at the same time, press the RESET button. If a tire pressure message appears on the DIC, stop as soon as you can. Have the tire pressures checked and set to those shown on the Tire Loading Information label. See Run-Flat Tires on page 5-64, Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-24, Inflation - Tire Pressure on page 5-66, and Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 5-68. The DIC also shows the tire pressure values. See DIC Operation and Displays on page 3-50. To acknowledge the message, press the RESET button. A message reappears every 10 minutes until the condition is corrected. TOO COLD TO MOVE TOP This message displays and a chime sounds when the power convertible top button is pressed and the power convertible top pump motor temperature is below −4°F (−20°C). Wait for the power convertible top pump motor to warm up before using the power convertible top.
TOP MOTOR OVER TEMPERATURE
This message displays and a chime sounds when
the power convertible top button is pressed and the
power convertible top pump motor temperature is over
221°F (105°C). Wait for the power convertible top
pump motor to cool down before using the power
convertible top.
TOP NOT SECURE
This message displays and a chime sounds when the
power convertible top button is released before the
top open or close operation is complete or if the top is
closed without the header latch engaged. Press and
hold the convertible top button to fully open or close the
top, and make sure that the header latch is engaged
after the top is closed.
TRACTION SYSTEM ACTIVE
This message displays when the Traction Control
System (TCS) is limiting wheel spin. Slippery road
conditions may exist if this message is displayed, so
adjust your driving accordingly. The message stays on
for a few seconds after the TCS stops limiting wheel
spin. See Traction Control System (TCS) on page 4-6
for more information.
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TRACTION SYSTEM AND ACTIVE
HANDLING – OFF
This message displays, the instrument panel cluster
light turns on, and a chime sounds when the Traction
Control System (TCS) and Active Handling System
are turned off by pressing the Active Handling System
button on the console for ï¬ve seconds. The Antilock
Brake System (ABS) remains on with the TCS and
Active Handling System off. Adjust your driving
accordingly. See Traction Control System (TCS) on
page 4-6 and Active Handling System on page 4-7
for more information.
To acknowledge this message, press the RESET
button.
TRACTION SYSTEM AND ACTIVE
HANDLING – ON
If the Traction Control System (TCS) and Active
Handling System are off, this message displays briefly,
the instrument panel cluster light turns off, and a
chime sounds when the TCS and Active Handling
System are turned on by briefly pressing the Active
Handling System button on the console. See Traction
Control System (TCS) on page 4-6 and Active Handling
System on page 4-7 for more information.
TRACTION SYSTEM – OFF
This message displays and stays on, a single, quick
tone sounds, and the traction control system (TCS)
warning light on the instrument panel cluster turns on
when the TCS is turned off by pressing the Active
Handling System button on the console. See Traction
Control System (TCS) Warning Light on page 3-40.
See Traction Control System (TCS) on page 4-6
for more information.
To acknowledge the message, press the RESET button.
TRACTION SYSTEM – ON
This message displays and a single, quick tone sounds
when the Traction Control System (TCS) is turned
on by pressing the Active Handling System button on
the console. This message automatically clears from
the DIC display on its own. See Traction Control
System (TCS) on page 4-6 for more information.
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To acknowledge the message, press the RESET button. The message reappears every 10 minutes until this condition changes. If you do not press the RESET button, the message remains on the display until the condition changes. TURN SIGNAL ON This message displays and a chime sounds if a turn signal is left on for three-quarters of a mile (1.2 km). Move the turn signal/multifunction lever to the off position. To acknowledge this message, press the RESET button. UNLATCH HEADER TO MOVE TOP This message displays and a chime sounds if you try to lower the convertible top without ï¬rst unlocking the top. Move the latch handle to unlock the convertible top. See Convertible Top (Manual) on page 2-63 or Convertible Top (Power) on page 2-70.
TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE ENGINE
This message displays and four chimes sound if the
transmission fluid temperature rises above 270°F (132°C)
or rises rapidly. The transmission may shift gears or
apply the torque converter clutch to reduce the fluid
temperature. Driving aggressively or driving on long hills
can cause the transmission fluid temperature to be higher
than normal. If this message appears, you may continue
to drive at a slower speed. Monitor the transmission fluid
temperature and allow it to cool to at least 230°F (110°C).
The transmission fluid temperature can be monitored with
the gages button on the DIC. See DIC Operation and
Displays on page 3-50 and Automatic Transmission
Fluid on page 5-27. Also check the engine coolant
temperature. If it is also hot, see Engine Overheating
on page 5-31.
If this message is displayed during normal vehicle
operation on flat roads, your vehicle may need service.
See your dealer/retailer for an inspection.
If driving in a performance or competitive manner, the
use of (S) Sport Automatic Mode or (S) Sport Manual
Paddle Shift gear selection is recommended. See
Automatic Transmission Operation on page 2-26
for more information.
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Other Messages Here are more messages that you can receive on your Driver Information Center (DIC). To acknowledge a message and read another message that may have come on at the same time, press the RESET button. (cid:129) ACCESSORY MODE ON (cid:129) BATTERY VOLTAGE HIGH
See Voltmeter Gage on page 3-38.
(cid:129) BATTERY VOLTAGE LOW
See Voltmeter Gage on page 3-38.
(cid:129) CHECK WASHER FLUID
See Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5-41.
(cid:129) CRUISE SET TO XXX MPH (XXX km/h)
See Cruise Control on page 3-11.
(cid:129) DRIVER DOOR AJAR
FOB AUTOLEARN WAIT XX MINUTES See “Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle†under Keyless Access System Operation on page 2-5. FOB BATTERY LOW See “Battery Replacement†under Keyless Access System Operation on page 2-5.
INTRUSION SENSOR OFF, if your vehicle has this feature INTRUSION SENSOR ON, if your vehicle has this feature
(cid:129) KNOWN FOB
See “Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle†under Keyless Access System Operation on page 2-5.
(cid:129) MAXIMUM NUMBER OF FOBS LEARNED
See “Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle†under Keyless Access System Operation on page 2-5.
(cid:129) OFF–ACCESSORY TO LEARN
See “Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle†under Keyless Access System Operation on page 2-5.
(cid:129) PASSENGER DOOR AJAR (cid:129) READY FOR FOB #X
See “Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle†under Keyless Access System Operation on page 2-5. TONNEAU AJAR (Convertible) TRUNK AJAR (Convertible)
(cid:129) UPSHIFT NOW
(cid:129) HATCH AJAR (Coupe)
See Manual Transmission Operation on page 2-31.
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The radio presets, tone, volume, fade, balance, equalization (EQ) settings and source (radio or CD) The last climate control setting The Head-Up Display (HUD) position and dimming level, if your vehicle has this feature The instrument panel cluster dimming level and last selected DIC display
Separate personalization settings are saved for two different drivers. One of the keyless access transmitters is assigned to driver 1. The other is assigned to driver 2. The back of the keyless access transmitters are labelled 1 or 2 to correspond to each driver.
The current driver’s preferences are recalled when one of the following occurs:
The lock or unlock button on the keyless access transmitter, labelled 1 or 2, is pressed. The appropriate memory button, 1 or 2, located on the driver’s door is pressed. See Memory Seat, Mirrors and Steering Wheel on page 1-4 for more information.
(cid:129) A valid keyless access transmitter is detected upon
opening the driver’s door.
If more than one valid keyless access transmitter is
detected upon opening the driver’s door, the driver
preferences for the lowest driver number will be recalled.
If a keyless access transmitter that is not labelled 1 or 2
is used, the personalization system will not recognize
the transmitter. The Driver Information Center (DIC) will
not display a current driver number and the features
that are normally programmed through the DIC will be
set to the default states. Also, if the OPTION button
is pressed, the DIC does not display the menus used to
set personalizations, but instead displays OPTIONS
UNAVAILABLE for a few seconds.
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(cid:129) (cid:129) (cid:129) (cid:129) (cid:129) (cid:129) Entering the Personal Options Menu To enter the personal options menu, use the following steps: 1. If you have an automatic transmission vehicle, turn
the vehicle on with the shift lever in PARK (P). If you have a manual transmission vehicle, turn the vehicle on with the parking brake set. To avoid excessive drain on the battery, it is recommended that the headlamps are turned off. 2. Press the OPTION button and you will enter the
PERSONAL OPTIONS menu. The DIC will display the current driver number (1 or 2) for a few seconds and then will display instructions on which buttons to use for setting the personalizations. The RESET button is used to select a setting for a particular feature. The OPTION button is used to move to the next feature.
3. Press the OPTION button while the instruction
screen is displayed to enter the ï¬rst personalization menu item.
4. Once you have cycled through all of the personal options, pressing the OPTION button a ï¬nal time exits the personal options menu. In addition, if no button is pressed within 45 seconds, the DIC will exit the personal options menu.
Personal Options The following options are available for programming:
Display Units: This option allows you to choose the measurement units.
Press the OPTION button until DISPLAY UNITS appears on the display, then press the RESET button to scroll through the following modes: (cid:129) ENGLISH (default) (cid:129) METRIC If you choose ENGLISH, all information will be displayed in English units. If you choose METRIC, all information will be displayed in metric units. When the mode you want is selected, press the OPTION button to set your choice and advance to the next personal option.
Auto Memory Recall (Automatic Transmission only): If your automatic transmission vehicle has the memory package, you may have this option. This option allows the driver’s seat, the telescopic steering column, if your vehicle has this feature, and the outside rearview mirrors to automatically move to the current driver’s set position when the engine starts.
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Press the OPTION button until AUTO MEMORY RECALL appears on the display, then press the RESET button to scroll through the following modes: (cid:129) YES (cid:129) NO (default) If you choose YES, the driver’s seat, the outside rearview mirrors and the telescopic steering column, if your vehicle has this feature, positions are recalled when you turn the ignition on. If you choose NO, this option will turn off. When the mode you want is selected, press the OPTION button to set your choice and advance to the next personal option.
Auto Exit Recall: If your vehicle has the memory package, you may have this option. This option allows the driver’s seat and telescopic steering column, if your vehicle has this feature, to automatically move to the current driver’s exit position when one of the following occurs:
The vehicle is turned off or in Retained Accessory Power (RAP) or accessory mode and the driver’s door is opened. The vehicle is turned off or in RAP and the unlock button on the keyless access transmitter is pressed.
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In order for the Auto Exit Recall feature to work on an automatic transmission vehicle, the vehicle must be in PARK (P). On a manual transmission vehicle, the parking brake must be set. Press the OPTION button until AUTO EXIT RECALL appears on the display, then press the RESET button to scroll through the following modes: (cid:129) YES (cid:129) NO (default) If you choose YES, when you turn the ignition off and open the driver’s door or press the unlock button on the keyless access transmitter, the seat and the telescopic steering wheel, if your vehicle has this feature, will return to their stored exit positions for an easy exit or an easy entrance when returning to the vehicle. The seat and steering wheel will only return to the stored driving position if you press the appropriate memory button or activate the auto memory recall feature. If you choose NO, this option will turn off. When the mode you want is selected, press the OPTION button to set your choice and advance to the next personal option.
(cid:129) (cid:129) Approach Lights: This option briefly turns on the parking lamps, the front fog lamps and the back-up lamps during low light periods when the keyless access transmitter is used to unlock the vehicle.
Press the OPTION button until APPROACH LIGHTS appears on the display, then press the RESET button to scroll through the following modes: (cid:129) OFF (cid:129) ON (default) If you choose OFF, this option will turn off. If you choose ON, the parking lamps, the front fog lamps, and the back-up lamps will come on for 20 seconds during low light periods when all of the following occurs: (cid:129) You press the unlock button on the keyless access
transmitter.
(cid:129) Both of the doors are closed. The vehicle is off or in RAP.
The lamps remain on for 20 seconds or until a door is opened, the lock button on the keyless access transmitter is pressed or the vehicle is no longer off or in RAP. See Keyless Access System on page 2-4 for more information.
When the mode you want is selected, press the OPTION button to set your choice and advance to the next personal option.
Twilight Delay: This option allows you to set the amount of time you want the parking lamps and front fog lamps to remain on after you exit the vehicle. This will occur when the vehicle is off or in RAP and the headlamps are on due to the automatic headlamp system. The parking lamps and front fog lamps will remain on until the driver selected time expires, the exterior lamp control is activated or the vehicle is no longer off or in RAP. Press the OPTION button until TWILIGHT DELAY appears on the display, then press the RESET button to scroll through the following modes: (cid:129) OFF 15 S 30 S (default) 90 S
If you choose OFF, this option will turn off. If you choose 15 S, the twilight delay time will be set to 15 seconds. If you choose 30 S, the twilight delay time will be set to 30 seconds. If you choose 90 S, the twilight delay time will be set to 90 seconds.
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(cid:129) (cid:129) (cid:129) (cid:129) When the mode you want is selected, press the OPTION button to set your choice and advance to the next personal option.
Flash at Unlock: This option activates the front and rear turn signals for two short flashes when the unlock or hatch/trunk button on the keyless access transmitter is pressed. This will only occur when the vehicle is off.
Press the OPTION button until FLASH AT UNLOCK appears on the display, then press the RESET button to scroll through the following modes: (cid:129) YES (default) (cid:129) NO If you choose YES, the front and rear turn signals will flash twice when you press the unlock button or the hatch/trunk button on the keyless access transmitter. If you choose NO, this option will turn off. When the mode you want is selected, press the OPTION button to set your choice and advance to the next personal option.
Flash at Lock: This option activates the front and rear turn signals for one long flash when the lock button on the keyless access transmitter is pressed. This will only occur when the vehicle is off. If the lock button on the keyless access transmitter is pressed again within ï¬ve seconds, the horn will sound regardless of which setting you have selected.
Press the OPTION button until FLASH AT LOCK appears on the display, then press the RESET button to scroll through the following modes: (cid:129) YES (default) (cid:129) NO If you choose YES, the front and rear turn signals will flash once when you press the lock button on the keyless access transmitter. If you choose NO, this option will turn off. When the mode you want is selected, press the OPTION button to set your choice and advance to the next personal option.
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FOB Reminder: This option chirps the horn three times when the driver’s door is closed and there is a keyless access transmitter inside the interior of the vehicle. This will only occur when the vehicle is off.
Press the OPTION button until FOB REMINDER appears on the display, then press the RESET button to scroll through the following modes: (cid:129) YES (cid:129) NO (default) If you choose YES, the horn will chirp three times when a keyless access transmitter is inside of the vehicle while the ignition is turned off and the driver’s door is closed. If you choose NO, this option will turn off. When the mode you want is selected, press the OPTION button to set your choice and advance to the next personal option.
Passive Door Locking: This option allows you to select whether the doors automatically lock during normal vehicle exit. When the ignition is turned off and all doors become closed, the vehicle will determine how many keyless access transmitters remain in the vehicle interior. If at least one keyless access transmitter has been removed from the interior of the vehicle, the doors will lock after eight seconds.
For example, if there are two keyless access transmitters in the vehicle and one is removed, the other will be locked in. The keyless access transmitter locked in the vehicle can still be used to start the vehicle or unlock the doors, if needed. A person approaching the outside of the locked vehicle without an authorized keyless access transmitter, however, will not be able to open the door, even with a transmitter in the vehicle.
You may temporarily disable the passive door locking feature by pressing the door unlock switch for three seconds on an open door. Passive door locking will then remain disabled until a door lock switch is pressed or until the power mode transitions from the off power mode.
Press the OPTION button until PASSIVE DOOR LOCKING appears on the display, then press the RESET button to scroll through the following modes: (cid:129) OFF (default) (cid:129) SILENT (cid:129) HORN If you choose OFF, this option will turn off. If you choose SILENT, the doors will automatically lock eight seconds after you turn the ignition off, remove a keyless access transmitter from the interior of the vehicle, and close both doors.
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If you choose HORN, the doors will automatically lock and the horn will chirp eight seconds after you turn the ignition off, remove a keyless access transmitter from the interior of the vehicle, and close both doors. If you are parking in a quiet area and do not want the horn to sound when the doors lock, press the lock button on the keyless access transmitter immediately after removing it from the interior and closing the doors. This will lock the doors and cancel the passive locking for this ignition cycle. When the mode you want is selected, press the OPTION button to set your choice and advance to the next personal option.
Passive Door Unlock: This option allows you to
select which doors will automatically unlock when you
approach and open the driver’s door with the keyless
access transmitter. See Door Locks on page 2-10
for more information.
Press the OPTION button until PASSIVE DOOR
UNLOCK appears on the display, then press the
RESET button to scroll through the following modes:
(cid:129) DRIVER (default)
(cid:129) BOTH
If you choose DRIVER, only the driver’s door will
automatically unlock when you approach and open
the driver’s door with the keyless access transmitter.
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If you choose BOTH, both doors will automatically unlock when you approach and open the driver’s door with the keyless access transmitter.
Auto Unlock: This option allows you to select whether the driver’s door, both doors or neither door automatically unlocks when the shift lever is moved into PARK (P) for automatic transmission vehicles or when the ignition is turned off or is in RAP for manual transmission vehicles.
Press the OPTION button until AUTO UNLOCK appears on the display, then press the RESET button to scroll through the following modes: (cid:129) OFF (cid:129) DRIVER (cid:129) BOTH (default) If you choose OFF, this option will turn off. If you choose DRIVER, on automatic transmission vehicles, the driver’s door will automatically unlock when the shift lever is moved into PARK (P). On manual transmission vehicles, the driver’s door will automatically unlock when the ignition is turned off or is in RAP. If you choose BOTH, on automatic transmission vehicles, both doors will automatically unlock when the shift lever is moved into PARK (P). On manual transmission vehicles, both doors will automatically unlock when the ignition is turned off or is in RAP.
When the mode you want is selected, press the OPTION button to set your choice and advance to the next personal option.
When the mode you want is selected, press the OPTION button to set your choice and advance to the next personal option.
Language: This option allows you to select the language the DIC, the Head-Up Display (HUD), if your vehicle has this feature, and the radio uses to display messages. Each language mode will be displayed in its own language. For example, English will be displayed as ENGLISH, Spanish as ESPANOL, etc. If your vehicle has the navigation system, you will not have the Japanese language mode. Press the OPTION button until LANGUAGE appears on the display, then press the RESET button to scroll through the following modes: (cid:129) ENGLISH (default) (cid:129) DEUTSCH (German) FRANCAIS (French) ITALIANO (Italian)
(cid:129) ESPANOL (Spanish) If you choose a language that you do not understand, press the OPTION and RESET buttons for ï¬ve seconds. The DIC will begin displaying all of the various languages one by one for as long as the buttons are pressed. When the desired language is displayed, release the buttons and the DIC will set to this language.
Personalize Name: This option allows you to type in a name or greeting that will appear on the DIC display whenever the corresponding keyless access transmitter (1 or 2) is used or one of the memory buttons (1 or 2) located on the driver’s door is pressed. Press the OPTION button until PERSONALIZE NAME appears on the display, then press the RESET button to scroll through the following modes: (cid:129) YES (cid:129) NO (default) If you choose YES, you can type in a name that will appear on the DIC display. To program a name, use the following procedure: 1. Enter the PERSONAL OPTIONS menu and select
the driver number (1 or 2) that you would like to program by following the instructions listed previously under “Entering the Personal Options Menuâ€.
2. Press the OPTION button until the PERSONALIZE
NAME option appears on the display.
3. Select YES under PERSONALIZE NAME by
pressing the RESET button.
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(cid:129) (cid:129) 4. Press the OPTION button and a cursor will display
where you can insert a letter.
5. Press the OPTION button again until the letter you want is displayed. To scroll through the letters faster and without a beeping noise, keep the OPTIONS button depressed. There are alpha/numeric characters and a blank space available.
6. Then press the RESET button to select the letter of
your choice and proceed on to the next space to the right. If you make a mistake and would like to clear or replace a letter, perform the following steps:
6.1. Press the RESET button to reach the letter
you would like to change.
6.2. Press the OPTION button to scroll through
the letter choices.
6.3. Press the RESET button to select the letter and proceed on to the next space to the right.
7. Repeat Steps 5 and 6 until the name or greeting you want is complete. After the name or greeting is complete, keep pressing the RESET button until the display turns blank and exits out of this option. You can program up to 20 characters.
If you choose NO, this option will turn off. If a customized name or greeting is not programmed, the DIC display will show Driver 1 or Driver 2 to correspond with either the number on the back of the keyless access transmitter (1 or 2) that is being used or to the memory button (1 or 2) that is pressed. PERSONALIZE NAME is the last option available to program in the PERSONAL OPTIONS menu. Pressing the OPTION button after this setting will exit you from the PERSONAL OPTIONS menu. The last item you were in prior to entering PERSONAL OPTIONS will then display on the DIC.
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Audio System(s) Determine which radio your vehicle has and then read the pages following to familiarize yourself with its features.
{CAUTION:
This system provides you with far greater access to audio stations and song listings. Giving extended attention to entertainment tasks while driving can cause a crash and you or others can be injured or killed. Always keep your eyes on the road and your mind on the drive — avoid engaging in extended searching while driving.
Keeping your mind on the drive is important for safe driving. See Defensive Driving on page 4-2. Here are some ways in which you can help avoid distraction while driving.
While your vehicle is parked:
Familiarize yourself with all of its controls. Familiarize yourself with its operation.
(cid:129) Set up your audio system by presetting your favorite radio stations, setting the tone, and adjusting the speakers. Then, when driving conditions permit, you can tune to your favorite radio stations using the presets and steering wheel controls if the vehicle has them.
Notice: Before adding any sound equipment to your vehicle, such as an audio system, CD player, CB radio, mobile telephone, or two-way radio, make sure that it can be added by checking with your dealer/retailer. Also, check federal rules covering mobile radio and telephone units. If sound equipment can be added, it is very important to do it properly. Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle’s engine, radio, or other systems, and even damage them. Your vehicle’s systems may interfere with the operation of sound equipment that has been added. Your vehicle has a feature called Retained Accessory Power (RAP). With RAP, the audio system can be played even after the ignition is turned off. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 2-23 for more information.
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Setting the Time With the ignition on and the radio off, press the H or the M button to enter clock mode. Press and hold H until the correct hour appears on the display. Press and hold M until the correct minute appears on the display. To change the time default setting from 12 hour to 24 hour, press either the H or the M button to enter the clock mode. Press the tune knob to select between the 12 or 24 hour display format. The clock mode automatically times out with the changed display format set as the current default setting.
Radio with CD shown, Radio with
Six-Disc CD similar
Your vehicle has one of these radios as its audio system. An indicator light on the upper left side of the radio flashes when the ignition is off, to indicate the theft deterrent feature is set. For more information, see Theft-Deterrent Feature on page 3-101. Your vehicle has seven Bose® ampliï¬ed speakers. See your dealer/retailer for details.
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Radio Data System (RDS) The audio system has a Radio Data System (RDS). RDS features are available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information. With RDS, the radio can do the following: (cid:129) Seek to stations broadcasting the selected type of
programming.
(cid:129) Receive announcements concerning local and
national emergencies.
(cid:129) Display messages from radio stations. (cid:129) Seek to stations with traffic announcements. This system relies upon receiving speciï¬c information from these stations and works only when the information is available. In rare cases, a radio station can broadcast incorrect information that causes the radio features to work improperly. If this happens, contact the radio station. While the radio is tuned to an RDS station, the station name or call letters display. RDS stations can also provide the time of day, a program type (PTY) for current programming, and the name of the program being broadcast.
Playing the Radio
Top Knob (Power/Volume): Press to turn the system on and off. Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the volume.
4 (Information): For RDS, press to change what display while using RDS. The display options are station name, RDS station frequency, PTY, and the name of the program (if available).
For XMâ„¢ (if equipped), press while in XMâ„¢ mode to retrieve four different categories of information related to the current song or channel: Artist, Song Title, Category or PTY, Channel Number/Channel Name.
To change the default on the display, press until you see the desired display, then hold for two seconds. The radio produces one beep and the selected display is now the default.
AUTO n (Automatic Volume): Automatic volume automatically adjusts the audio system to make up for road and wind noise as you drive, by increasing the volume as vehicle speed increases.
Set the volume at the desired level. Press this button to select AUTO VOLUME MIN (minimum), AUTO VOLUME MED (medium), or AUTO VOLUME MAX (maximum).
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Each higher setting provides more volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds. To turn automatic volume off, press this until AUTO VOLUME OFF displays. If your vehicle has the Bose® audio system, it includes Bose® AudioPilot® noise compensation technology. When turned on, AudioPilot® continuously adjusts the audio system to compensate for background noise, so that the music always sounds the same at the set volume level. This feature is most effective at lower radio volume settings where background noise can affect how well you hear the music being played. At higher volume settings, where the music is much louder than the background noise, there could be little or no adjustments by AudioPilot®. To use AudioPilot®, set the radio volume to the desired level. Turn AudioPilot® on by pressing the automatic volume button until AVOL ON displays. As the vehicle goes faster, the background noise increases. AudioPilot® adjusts the audio system’s sound level to overcome background noise. To turn AudioPilot® off, press the automatic volume button until AVOL OFF displays. For additional information on AudioPilot®, visit www.bose.com/audiopilot.
Finding a Station
BAND: Press to switch between AM, XM1 or XM2
(if equipped), FM1, or FM2. The display shows
the selection.
O / e (Tune): Turn to select radio stations.
t SEEK u: Press the arrows to go to the previous or to the next station and stay there.
The radio only seeks stations with a strong signal that are in the selected band.
t SCAN u: Press and hold either arrow for two seconds until FREQUENCY SCAN displays. The radio goes to a station, plays for a few seconds, then goes on to the next station. Press either arrow again to stop scanning.
To scan preset stations, press and hold either arrow for four seconds until PRESET SCAN displays. The radio goes to the next preset station, plays for a few seconds, then goes to the next preset station. Press either arrow again or one of the pushbuttons to stop scanning presets.
MUTE: Press to silence the system. Press again to turn the sound on.
The radio only scans stations with a strong signal that are in the selected band.
This button is not available on the Radio with Six-Disc CD.
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Setting Preset Stations
Up to 30 stations (six AM, six XM1 and six XM2
(if equipped), six FM1, and six FM2), can be
programmed on the six numbered pushbuttons,
by performing the following steps:
1. Turn the radio on.
2. Press BAND to select AM, XM1 or XM2
(if equipped), FM1, or FM2. 3. Tune in the desired station. 4. Press AUTO EQ to select the equalization. 5. Press and hold one of the six numbered
pushbuttons until a beep sounds. When that numbered pushbutton is pressed, the station that was set, returns and the equalization that was selected is stored for that pushbutton. 6. Repeat the steps for each pushbutton.
Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) O / e (Bass/Treble): Press to select BASS or TREBLE. Turn to increase or to decrease the tone. If a station is weak or has static, decrease the treble.
To adjust the bass and treble to the middle position, press and hold when the tone control is on the display. The level changes to the middle position.
To adjust all tone and speaker controls to the middle position, press and hold when no tone or speaker control is displayed. AUDIO SETTINGS CENTERED displays.
AUTO EQ (Automatic Equalization): Press to select customized equalization settings designed for classical, pop, rock, jazz, talk, and country. Selecting CUSTOM or changing bass or treble, returns the EQ to the manual bass and treble settings.
The radio saves separate AUTO EQ settings for each preset and source. If the radio has the Bose® audio system, the equalization settings are EQ1 through EQ6 and CUSTOM.
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Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) O / e (Balance/Fade): To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers, press until BALANCE displays. Turn to move the sound toward the right or the left speakers.
To adjust the fade between the front and the rear speakers, press until FADE displays. Turn to move the sound toward the front or the rear speakers.
To adjust the balance and fade to the middle position, press and hold when the speaker control is on the display. The level changes to the middle position.
To adjust all tone and speaker controls to the middle position, press and hold when no tone or speaker control is displayed. AUDIO SETTINGS CENTERED displays. Finding a Category Station (RDS and XMâ„¢ (if equipped)) To select and ï¬nd a desired category perform the following: 1. Press the CAT (category) button. The last selected
category displays.
2. Turn the tune knob to select the category.
3. Once the desired category displays, press either
SEEK arrow to go to a category’s station. SEEKING CATEGORY displays.
4. To go to another station within that category, press the CAT button to display the category, then press either SEEK arrow to go to another station.
If both category and traffic are on, the radio searches for stations with the selected category and traffic announcements. If the radio cannot ï¬nd the desired category, NONE displays and the radio returns to the last station tuned.
SCAN: Scan the stations within a category by performing the following: 1. Press the CAT button. The last selected category
displays.
2. Turn the tune knob to select the category. 3. Once the desired category is displayed, press and
hold either SCAN arrow until a beep sounds and SCAN CATEGORY displays. The radio begins scanning the stations in the category.
4. Press either SCAN arrow to stop scanning. If both category and TRAF (traffic) are on, the radio scans for stations with the selected category and traffic announcements.
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TRAF (Traffic): If TA (traffic) displays, the tuned station broadcasts traffic announcements. When a traffic announcement is broadcast on this station, you will hear it.
If the station does not broadcast traffic announcements, press the TRAF button and the radio seeks to a station that does. When a station that broadcasts traffic announcements is found, the radio stops seeking and TA displays. If no station is found that broadcasts traffic announcements, NO TRAFFIC INFO displays.
If TA is on the display, press the TRAF button to turn off the traffic announcements.
The radio plays the traffic announcement even if the volume is low. The radio interrupts the play of a CD if the last tuned station broadcasts traffic announcements.
This function does not apply to XMâ„¢ Satellite Radio Service.
RDS Messages
ALERT!: Alert warns of local or national emergencies. When an alert announcement comes on the current radio station, ALERT! displays. The announcement is heard, even if the volume is low or a CD is playing. If a CD is playing, play stops during the announcement. Alert announcements cannot be turned off.
ALERT! is not affected by tests of the emergency broadcast system. This feature is not supported by all RDS stations.
4 (Information): If the current station has a message, INFO (information) displays. Press to see the message. The message can display the artist, song title, call in phone numbers, etc.
If the entire message is not displayed, parts of the message appears every three seconds. To scroll through the message, press and release this button. A new group of words display after every press of the button. Once the complete message has displayed, INFO disappears from the display until another new message is received. The last message can be displayed by pressing this button. The last message until a new message is received or the radio is tuned to a different station.
When a message is not available from a station, NO INFO displays.
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XMâ„¢ Radio Messages With XMâ„¢ Satellite Radio Service, the radio can display screen messages pertaining to the XMâ„¢ radio service, software and hardware. See XM Radio Messages on page 3-100 later in this section for further detail. Playing a CD (Single CD Player) Insert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. The player pulls it in and the CD should begin playing if the radio is on, or if the radio is off and the vehicle is running or in accessory mode. If the ignition or radio is turned off with a CD in the player, it stays in the player. When the ignition or radio is turned on, the CD starts playing where it stopped, if it was the last selected audio source. When a CD is inserted, CD and the CD symbol displays. As each new track starts to play, the track number displays. The CD player can play the smaller 3 inch (8 cm) single CDs with an adapter ring. Full-size CDs and the smaller CDs are loaded in the same manner.
Radio Messages
CAL ERR (Calibration Error): The audio system has been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory. If CAL ERR displays, it means that the radio has not been conï¬gured properly for your vehicle and must be returned to your dealer/retailer for service.
LOCKED: This message displays when the THEFTLOCK® system has locked up. Take the vehicle to your dealer/retailer for service. If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected, contact your dealer/retailer. If the radio displays an error message, write it down and provide it to your dealer/retailer when reporting the problem. XM™ Satellite Radio Service XM™ is a satellite radio service that is based in the 48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian provinces. XM™ Satellite Radio has a wide variety of programming and commercial-free music, coast-to-coast, and in digital-quality sound. During your trial or when you subscribe, you will get unlimited access to XM™ Radio Online for when you are not in your vehicle. A service fee is required to receive the XM™ service. For more information, contact XM™ at www.xmradio.com or call 1-800-929-2100 in the U.S. and www.xmradio.ca or call 1-877-438-9677 in Canada.
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Care of Your CDs If playing a CD-R, the sound quality can be reduced due to CD-R quality, the method of recording, the quality of the music that has been recorded, and the way the CD-R has been handled. Handle them carefully. Store CD-R(s) in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust. The CD player scans the bottom surface of the disc. If the surface of a CD is damaged, such as cracked, broken, or scratched, the CD does not play properly or not at all. Do not touch the bottom side of a CD while handling it; this could damage the surface. Pick up CDs by grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge. If the surface of a CD is soiled, take a soft, lint free cloth or dampen a clean, soft cloth in a mild, neutral detergent solution mixed with water, and clean it. Make sure the wiping process starts from the center to the edge.
Care of Your CD Player Do not add any label to a CD, it could get caught in the CD player. If a CD is recorded on a personal computer and a description label is needed, try labeling the top of the recorded CD with a marking pen. The use of CD lens cleaners for CDs is not advised, due to the risk of contaminating the lens of the CD optics with lubricants internal to the CD player mechanism. Notice: If a label is added to a CD, or more than one CD is inserted into the slot at a time, or an attempt is made to play scratched or damaged CDs, the CD player could be damaged. While using the CD player, use only CDs in good condition without any label, load one CD at a time, and keep the CD player and the loading slot free of foreign materials, liquids, and debris. If an error displays, see “CD Messages†later in this section.
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Playing a CD(s) (Six-Disc CD Player) If the ignition or radio is turned off, with a CD in the player, it stays in the player. When the ignition or radio is turned on, the CD starts playing where it stopped, if it was the last selected audio source. When a CD is inserted, the CD symbol appears on the CD. As each new track starts to play, the track number displays.
M (Load): Press to load CDs into the CD player. This CD player holds up to six CDs. To insert one CD, do the following: 1. Press and release the M button. 2. When INSERT CD # displays, load a CD and insert the CD partway into the slot, label side up. The player pulls the CD in.
To insert multiple CDs, do the following: 1. Press and hold the M button for two seconds.
Two beeps sound and LOAD ALL DISCS displays.
2. When INSERT CD # displays, load a CD and insert the CD partway into the slot, label side up. The player pulls the CD in. Once the CD is loaded, wait for INSERT CD # to display, then load the next CD. The CD player takes up to six CDs.
To load more than one CD but less than six, complete Steps 1 through 3. When ï¬nished loading CDs, press the M button to cancel the loading function. The radio begins to play the last CD loaded. If more than one CD has been loaded, a number for each CD displays.
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Playing a Speciï¬c Loaded CD For every CD loaded, a number displays. To play a speciï¬c CD press the numbered pushbutton that corresponds to the CD. If an error displays, see “CD Messages†later in this section. X (Eject): Press to eject CD(s). To eject the CD that is currently playing, press and release this button. To eject multiple CDs, do the following: 1. Press and hold for two seconds.
A beep sounds and EJECT ALL displays.
2. When REMOVE DISC displays, the CD ejects and
can be removed. To stop ejecting the CDs, press the M or the X button.
If the CD is not removed, after 25 seconds, the CD is automatically pulled back into the player. If the CD is pushed back into the player, before the 25 second time period is complete, the player senses an error and tries to eject the CD several times before stopping.
Do not repeatedly press the X button to eject a CD after you have tried to push it in manually. The player’s 25-second eject timer resets at each press of eject, causing the player not to eject the CD until the 25-second time period has elapsed. O / e (Tune): Turn to go to the next or previous track. { (Reverse): Press and hold to reverse within the current track. | (Fast Forward): Press and hold to fast forward through the current track.
RDM (Random): Press to hear the tracks in random, rather than sequential, order. RANDOM DISC PLAY displays.
RDM (Random) (Radio with Six-Disc CD Player): Press to hear the tracks in random, rather than sequential order, on one CD or all of the loaded CDs.
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To use random, do one of the following:
To play the tracks on the CD you are listening to in random order, press and release until RANDOM DISC PLAY displays. Once all tracks on this disc have played, RANDOM DISC PLAY will repeat. To play the tracks on all of the CDs that are loaded in random order, press and release until RANDOM ALL DISCS displays.
To turn off random play, press and release the RDM button until RANDOM OFF displays.
RPT (Repeat): Press to hear a track over again. REPEAT displays.
RPT (Repeat) (Radio with Six-Disc CD Player): Press to hear a track or an entire CD over again.
To use repeat, do one of the following:
To repeat a track, press and release until REPEAT displays. To repeat an entire CD, press and release until REPEAT ONE DISC displays.
To turn off repeated play, press and release the RPT button until REPEAT OFF displays.
X (Eject): Press to eject the CD. EJECT can be activated with either the ignition or radio off.
t SEEK u: Press the left arrow to go to the start of the current track if more than eight seconds have played. Press the right arrow to go to the start of the next track. If either arrow is held or pressed more than once, the player continues moving backward or forward through the CD.
t SCAN u: To scan one CD, press and hold either arrow for more than two seconds until SCAN displays and a beep sounds. The radio goes to the next track, plays for 10 seconds, then goes to the next track. Press either arrow again, to stop scanning.
To scan all loaded CDs, press and hold either arrow for more than four seconds until CD SCAN displays and a beep sounds. Use this feature to listen to 10 seconds of the ï¬rst track of each loaded CD. Press either arrow again, to stop scanning.
AUTO EQ (Automatic Equalization): Press to select the equalization setting while playing a CD. The equalization is stored when a CD is played. For more information on AUTO EQ, see “AUTO EQ†listed previously in this section.
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(cid:129) (cid:129) (cid:129) (cid:129) BAND: Press to listen to the radio when a CD is playing. The inactive CD(s) remains inside the radio for future listening.
CD AUX (Auxiliary): Press to play a CD when listening
to the radio. CD displays when a CD is in the player.
If your system has a remote playback device, pressing
this button a second time allows the remote device
to play.
Playing an MP3 CD-R Disc
Vehicles with the MP3 feature has the capability of
playing an MP3 CD-R disc. For more information on
how to play an MP3 CD-R disc, see Using an MP3
on page 3-96 later in this section.
Using R (Song List) Mode
(Single CD, MP3, and Six-Disc CD)
This feature is capable of saving 20 track selections.
To save tracks into the song list feature, perform
the following steps:
1. Turn the CD player on and load it with at least
one CD.
2. Check to see that the CD player is not in song list
mode. S-LIST should not display. If S-LIST displays, press the R (song list) button to turn it off.
3. Select the desired CD by pressing the numbered pushbutton and then use the right SEEK arrow or turn the O / e (tune) knob to locate the track to be saved. The track begins to play.
4. Press and hold the R button to save the
track into memory. When song list is pressed, one beep sounds. ADDED SONG displays.
5. Repeat Steps 3 and 4 for saving other selections. SONGLIST FULL displays if you try to save more than 20 selections.
To play the song list, press the R button. The recorded tracks begins to play in the order they were saved. Seek through the song list by using the SEEK arrows. Seeking past the last saved track returns to the ï¬rst saved track. To delete tracks from the song list, perform the following steps: 1. Turn the CD player on. 2. Press the R button to turn song list on. S-LIST
displays.
3. Press either SEEK arrow or turn the O / e knob
to select the desired track to be deleted.
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4. Press and hold the R button for two seconds.
Release the button when SONG REMOVED displays.
After a track has been deleted, the remaining tracks are moved up the list. When another track is added to the song list, the track is added to the end of the list. To delete the entire song list, perform the following steps: 1. Turn the CD player on. 2. Press the R button to turn song list on. S-LIST
displays.
3. Press and hold this button for more than four
seconds. One beep sounds and SONGLIST EMPTY displays indicating the song list has been deleted.
If a CD is ejected, and the song list contains saved tracks from that CD, those tracks are automatically deleted from the song list. Any tracks saved to the song list again are added to the bottom of the list.
To end song list mode, press the R button. One beep sounds and S-LIST is removed from the display.
CD Messages
CHECK CD OR CD READ ERROR: If this message displays and/or the CD comes out, it could be for one of the following reasons:
It is very hot. When the temperature returns to normal, the CD should play.
(cid:129) You are driving on a very rough road. When the
road becomes smoother, the CD should play. The CD is dirty, scratched, wet, or upside down. The air is very humid. If so, wait about an hour and try again. There could have been a problem while burning the CD. The label could be caught in the CD player.
If the CD is not playing correctly, for any other reason, try a known good CD. If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected, contact your dealer/retailer. If the radio displays an error message, write it down and provide it to your dealer/retailer when reporting the problem.
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(cid:129) (cid:129) (cid:129) (cid:129) (cid:129) Using the Auxiliary Input Jack The radio system has an auxiliary input jack located on the right side of the faceplate. This is not an audio output; do not plug the headphone set into the front auxiliary input jack. An external audio device such as an iPod, laptop computer, MP3 player, CD changer, etc. can be connected to the auxiliary input jack for use as another source for audio listening. Drivers are encouraged to set up any auxiliary device while the vehicle is in PARK (P). See Defensive Driving on page 4-2. To use a portable audio player, connect a 3.5 mm (1/8 inch) cable to the radio’s front auxiliary input jack. When a device is connected, the radio displays AUX INPUT DEVICE and begins playing audio from that device.
Top Knob (Power/Volume): Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the volume of the portable player. Additional volume adjustments might need to be made from the portable device.
BAND: Press to listen to the radio while a portable audio device is playing. The portable audio device continues playing, so you might want to stop it or turn it off.
CD/AUX (CD/Auxiliary): Press to play a CD while a portable audio device is playing. Press again and the system begins playing audio from the connected portable audio player. If a portable audio player is connected, AUX INPUT DEVICE displays. If a portable audio player is not connected, AUX INPUT DEVICE does not display.
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The player is able to read and play a maximum of 50 folders, 50 playlists, 10 sessions, and 255 ï¬les. Long ï¬le names, folder names, or playlist names could use more disc memory space than necessary. To conserve space on the disc, minimize the length of the ï¬le, folder, or playlist names. An MP3 CD that was recorded using no ï¬le folders can also be played. The system can support up to 11 folders in depth, though, keep the depth of the folders to a minimum in order to keep down the complexity and confusion in trying to locate a particular folder during playback. If a CD contains more than the maximum of 50 folders, 50 playlists, 10 sessions, and 255 ï¬les the player lets you access and navigate up to the maximum, but all items over the maximum are ignored. Root Directory The root directory is treated as a folder. If the root directory has compressed audio ï¬les, the directory is displayed as F1 ROOT. All ï¬les contained directly under the root directory are accessed prior to any root directory folders. However, playlists (Px) are always accessed before root folders or ï¬les.
Using an MP3
MP3 CD-R Disc
MP3 Format
If you burn your own MP3 disc on a personal computer:
(cid:129) Make sure the MP3 ï¬les are recorded on a
CD-R disc.
(cid:129) Do not mix standard audio and MP3 ï¬les on
one disc.
(cid:129) Make sure playlists have a .mp3 or .wpl extension,
other ï¬le extensions might not work. Files can be recorded with a variety of ï¬xed or variable bit rates. Song title, artist name, and album are available for display by the radio when recorded using ID3 tags version 1 and 2.
(cid:129) Create a folder structure that makes it easy to ï¬nd
songs while driving. Organize songs by albums using one folder for each album. Each folder or album should contain 18 songs or less.
(cid:129) Make sure to ï¬nalize the disc when burning an MP3
disc, using multiple sessions. It is usually better to burn the disc all at once. (cid:129) Do not use CD-RW discs. (cid:129) Do not use colored discs.
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(cid:129) Empty Directory or Folder If a root directory or a folder exists somewhere in the ï¬le structure that contains only folders/subfolders and no compressed ï¬les directly beneath them, the player advances to the next folder in the ï¬le structure that contains compressed audio ï¬les. The empty folder does not display. No Folder When the CD contains only compressed ï¬les, the ï¬les are located under the root folder. The next and previous folder functions will not function on a CD that was recorded without folders or playlists. When displaying the name of the folder the radio displays ROOT. When the CD contains only playlists and compressed audio ï¬les, but no folders, all ï¬les are located under the root folder. The folder down and the folder up buttons searches playlists (Px) ï¬rst and then goes to the root folder. When the radio displays the name of the folder the radio displays ROOT.
Order of Play Tracks are played in the following order: (cid:129) Play begins from the ï¬rst track in the ï¬rst playlist
and continues sequentially through all tracks in each playlist. When the last track of the last playlist has played, play continues from the ï¬rst track of the ï¬rst playlist. If the CD does not contain any playlists, then play begins from the ï¬rst track under the root directory. When all tracks from the root directory have played, play continues from ï¬les according to their numerical listing. After playing the last track from the last folder, play begins again at the ï¬rst track of the ï¬rst folder or root directory.
When play enters a new folder, the display does not automatically show the new folder name unless the folder mode has been chosen as the default display. See the information button later in this section for more information. The new track name displays.
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File System and Naming
The song name that is displayed is the song name that is
contained in the ID3 tag. If the song name is not present
in the ID3 tag, then the radio displays the ï¬le name
without the extension (such as .mp3) as the track name.
Track names longer than 32 characters or four pages
are shortened. Parts of words on the last page of
text and the extension of the ï¬lename does not display.
Preprogrammed Playlists
Preprogrammed playlists that were created by
WinAmpâ„¢, MusicMatchâ„¢, or Real Jukeboxâ„¢ software
can be accessed, however, they cannot be edited
using the radio. These playlists are treated as special
folders containing compressed audio song ï¬les.
Playing an MP3
Insert a CD partway into the slot, label side up.
The player pulls it in, and READING displays. The CD
should begin playing and the CD symbol displays.
If the ignition or radio is turned off with a CD-R in the
player, it stays in the player. When the ignition or radio
is turned on, the CD-R starts to play where it stopped,
if it was the last selected audio source.
As each new track starts to play, the track number
displays.
O / e (Tune): Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to go to the next or previous track. { (Previous Folder): Press to go to the ï¬rst track in the previous folder. Press and hold to reverse through the current track. | (Next Folder): Press to go to the ï¬rst track in the next folder. Press and hold to fast forward the current track.
RDM (Random): Press to hear the tracks in random, rather than sequential order, on one CD, one folder, or all of the loaded CDs. To use random, do one of the following:
To play the tracks on the CD in random order, press and release until RANDOM DISC PLAY displays. To play the tracks in the folder in random order, press and release until RANDOM FOLDER displays. To play the tracks on all of the CDs that are loaded in random order, press and release until RANDOM ALL DISCS displays.
To turn off random play, press and release the RDM button until RANDOM OFF displays.
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(cid:129) (cid:129) (cid:129) RPT (Repeat): Press to hear a track, CD, or a folder over again.
To use repeat, do one of the following:
To repeat a track, press and release until REPEAT displays. To repeat a CD, press and release until REPEAT ONE DISC displays. To repeat a folder, press and release until REPEAT FOLDER displays.
To turn off repeated play, press and release the RPT button until REPEAT OFF displays.
MUTE: Press to silence the system. Press again to turn the sound on.
This button is not available on the Radio with Six-Disc CD.
t SEEK u: Press the left arrow to go to the start of the current track, if more than eight seconds have played. Press the right arrow to go to the next track. If either arrow is held or pressed more than once, the player continues moving backward or forward through the CD.
4 (Information): Press to display the artist name and album contained in the ID3 tag.
BAND: Press to listen to the radio when a CD is playing. The inactive CD remains inside the radio for future listening.
CD AUX (Auxiliary): Press to play a CD when listening to the radio. The CD symbol displays when a CD is loaded. Y (Eject): Press to eject a CD. Eject can activated with either the ignition or radio off.
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(cid:129) (cid:129) (cid:129) XM Radio Messages
XL (Explicit Language Channels): These channels, or any others, can be blocked at a customer’s request, by calling 1-800-852-XMXM (9696).
Updating: The encryption code in the receiver is being updated, and no action is required. This process should take no longer than 30 seconds.
No Signal: The system is functioning correctly, but the vehicle is in a location that is blocking the XMâ„¢ signal. When you move into an open area, the signal should return.
Loading XM: The audio system is acquiring and processing audio and text data. No action is needed. This message should disappear shortly.
CH Off Air: This channel is not currently in service. Tune to another channel.
CH Unavail: This previously assigned channel is no longer assigned. Tune to another station. If this station was one of the presets, choose another station for that preset button.
No Info: No artist, song title, category, or text information is available at this time on this channel. The system is working properly.
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No Info: No text or informational messages are available at this time on this channel. The system is working properly.
Not Found: There are no channels available for the selected category. The system is working properly.
XM Locked: The XMâ„¢ receiver in the vehicle could have previously been in another vehicle. For security purposes, XMâ„¢ receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles. If this message is received after having your vehicle serviced, check with your dealer/retailer.
Radio ID: If tuned to channel 0, this message alternates with the XMâ„¢ Radio eight digit radio ID label. This label is needed to activate the service.
Unknown: If this message is received when tuned to channel 0, there could be a receiver fault. Consult with your dealer/retailer.
Chk XMRcvr: If this message does not clear within a short period of time, your receiver could have a fault. Consult with your dealer/retailer. If this message does not clear within a short period of time, your receiver could have a fault. Consult with your dealer/retailer.
Navigation/Radio System Your vehicle may have a navigation radio system. The navigation system has built-in features intended to minimize driver distraction. Technology alone, no matter how advanced, can never replace your own judgment. See the Navigation System manual for some tips to help you reduce distractions while driving.
Theft-Deterrent Feature THEFTLOCK® is designed to discourage theft of your vehicle’s radio. The feature works automatically by learning a portion of the Vehicle Identiï¬cation Number (VIN). If the radio is moved to a different vehicle, it will not operate and LOCKED will appear on the display. With THEFTLOCK® activated, the radio will not operate if stolen. Your radio has a blinking indicator light located on the upper left side of the radio. The indicator light is used to show that the theft-deterrent feature mode is set. The blinking indicator light will only flash when the ignition is in the off position.
Audio Steering Wheel Controls
If your vehicle has this feature, some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel. They include the following:
x w (Next/Previous): Press the down or up arrow to go to the next or to the previous radio station and stay there. The radio only seeks stations with a strong signal that are in the selected band.
To scan stations, press and hold either the down or up arrow for two seconds until SCAN displays and a beep sounds. The radio goes to a station, plays for a few seconds, then goes to the next station. Press either the down or up arrow again to stop scanning.
To scan presets, press and hold either the down or up arrow for four seconds until PRESET SCAN displays and a beep sounds. The radio goes to a station, plays for a few seconds, then goes to the next station.
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Press either the down or up arrow again to stop scanning.
When a CD is playing, press the down or up arrow to go to the next or to the previous track.
To scan the current CD, press and hold either the down or up arrow for more than two seconds. The CD goes to the next track, plays the ï¬rst 10 seconds, then goes to the next track. Press either the down or up arrow again to stop scanning.
To scan all of the CDs loaded, press and hold either the down or up arrow for more than four seconds. The CD goes to the next CD, plays the ï¬rst 10 seconds of each track, then goes to the next CD. Press either the down or up arrow again to stop scanning. + − (Volume): Press the plus or minus button to increase or to decrease the volume.
1–6 (Preset Pushbuttons): Press this button to play stations that are programmed on the radio preset pushbuttons. The radio only seeks preset stations with a strong signal that are in the selected band.
Radio Reception Frequency interference and static can occur during normal radio reception if items such as cell phone chargers, vehicle convenience accessories, and external electronic devices are plugged into the accessory power outlet. If there is interference or static, unplug the item from the accessory power outlet. AM The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, especially at night. The longer range can cause station frequencies to interfere with each other. For better radio reception, most AM radio stations boost the power levels during the day, and then reduces these levels during the night. Static can also occur when things like storms and power lines interfere with radio reception. When this happens, try reducing the treble on the radio. FM Stereo FM stereo gives the best sound, but FM signals reach only about 10 to 40 miles (16 to 65 km). Tall buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals, causing the sound to fade in and out.
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XM™ Satellite Radio Service XM™ Satellite Radio Service gives digital radio reception from coast-to-coast in the 48 contiguous United States, and in Canada. Just as with FM, tall buildings or hills can interfere with satellite radio signals, causing the sound to fade in and out. In addition, traveling or standing under heavy foliage, bridges, garages, or tunnels may cause the loss of XM™ signal for a period of time. The radio may display NO SIGNAL to indicate interference. Cellular Phone Usage Cellular phone usage may cause interference with your vehicle’s radio. This interference may occur when making or receiving phone calls, charging the phone’s battery, or simply having the phone on. This interference causes an increased level of static while listening to the radio. If static is received while listening to the radio, unplug the cellular phone and turn it off.
Diversity Antenna System The AM-FM antenna is a hidden self tuning system. It optimizes the AM and FM signals relative to the vehicle’s position and radio station source. No maintenance or adjustments are needed.
XMâ„¢ Satellite Radio Antenna System If your vehicle has the XMâ„¢ Satellite Radio Service, it will have an XMâ„¢ Satellite Radio antenna. This type of antenna is located on the roof or on the trunk lid of your vehicle. Keep this antenna clear of snow and ice build up for clear radio reception.
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✠NOTES
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Section 4
Driving Your Vehicle
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ..........4-2
Defensive Driving ...........................................4-2
Drunk Driving .................................................4-2
Control of a Vehicle ........................................4-3